Manager – Life Sciences

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:

ACCESS Health International is a non-profit, think tank, and advisory group with the mission of improving access to high-quality and affordable healthcare for all people. ACCESS Health advises national and regional governments and the private sector on the design and management of healthcare finance and delivery systems. Established in 2007, the organization is located in India, the MENA region, and Singapore and is headquartered in the USA.

ACCESS Health’s vision is that all people, no matter where they live, and no matter what their age, have a right to access high-quality and affordable healthcare and to lead healthy and productive lives.

For more information about ACCESS Health, please visit: https://accessh.org/

JOB DESCRIPTION/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Manager – Life Sciences will lead strategic advisory and partnership development in the diagnostics, pharma, biotech, and medtech sectors. The role involves engaging with industry stakeholders to build Market Access Programs in public and private healthcare, support localization efforts, and facilitate exports and innovation partnerships.

This is a highly cross-functional role at the intersection of Life Science product strategy, health systems advisory, and growth enablement.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Lead development of partnership models with pharma, biotech, and medtech companies.
• Build relationships and partnerships for Market Access Programs in public and private healthcare systems.
• Support exports of products to target global regions and localization of manufacturing and innovation in life sciences.
• Engage with life sciences organizations, investors, incubators, and accelerators to explore collaboration opportunities.
• Conduct market research, regulatory, and policy analysis to guide market entry strategies across global markets.
• Draft technical proposals, grant proposals, business cases, concept notes, and thought leadership content related to life sciences.
• Map life sciences innovation ecosystems and support pilot project design and implementation.
• Organize roundtables and workshops to strengthen ACCESS Health’s network and brand positioning in the sector.
• Represent ACCESS Health at global industry events, technical forums, and partner consultations.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

Qualifications

Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, Business, or Healthcare Management.

Experience

• Minimum 3–7 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, diagnostics, or medtech sectors.
• Prior experience in consulting, business strategy, or partnership development.
• Proven experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Self-directed and able to perform independently with minimal oversight.

Skills and Competencies

• Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of preparing clear and concise reports and conducting presentations. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and familiar with project management software.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with clients, team members, and other stakeholders.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong knowledge of Market Access Programs, localization policies, regulatory affairs, and life sciences innovation ecosystems. Proven experience in technical writing, including proposals, concept notes, and strategic documentation.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive and resourceful in identifying and resolving issues.
• Leadership: Ability to supervise and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Flexibility: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure.

NATURE OF EMPLOYMENT:

The selected candidate shall be offered a one-year contract, with the possibility of extension, based on continued availability of funding and performance.

LOCATION: Hyderabad, India

REPORTING TO: Lead – Operations & Growth

GRADE LEVEL: M3

HOW TO APPLY:

Eligible candidates interested in this position are requested to share their resumes with the job title mentioned in the subject line to the below email address by July 18, 2025.

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